Commencement Echoes and Local Notes From Town
Local residents attended the city commencement including Charlie Martin and George Meyers. Neilie Logan from near Milford visited for commencement and planned a short stay with Mrs Moody Covert. Benjamin Powell’s remains arrived and were laid to rest at South Park Cemetery. A fishing party headed for Gaynoraville reported Ira catching the largest fish. Samuel Burnside, engineer on a Chicago Construction Company engine, progresses well and received a raise. Carr ie and Stella Galloway attended commencement from Westport. Miss Estatia Moore returned from Clark sburg after a three week visit. Gregory Schroeder and family plan Ascension Day at Knochsburg with relatives and First Communion. Cora Demons visited Tillson and Thornberg kin. J. E. Tilt Shoe Co rep W D Wilson visited merchants. Geo Litbell rumored to feature a fake this season with a miniature railroad train. Amelia and Louise Jackson attended commencement with Ada Magee. Rebecca officers elected with Miss Bell White Noble Grand and Miss Lizzie Styer Vice Grand. Dr June Abbott and daughter toured the city. Hail fell north of town Wednesday afternoon. Jobe Spencer visited Clarksburg for business. Frank Batterton praised for generosity to Miss Mary Zoellner with six roses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neilie Logan
Milford
Moody Covert
Benjamin Powell
Willis Powell
Anderson
South Park
Ceme
Cora Demons
Tillson
King
Thornberg
W.D. Wilson
J. E. Tilt Shoe Co
Geo. Litbell
Amelia
Louise Jackson
Ada Magee
Rebeccas
Misa Bell White Nobie Grand
Misa Lizzie Styer
John Geyer
June Abbott
Jobe Spencer
Clarksburg
The Man and His Job
Herbert J Hapgood discusses the tension between clerks seeking private business information and managers guarding internal affairs. He notes the clerk's nosiness, the misuse of time, and the instinct to uncover secrets, citing a Missouri shoe house scheme that posts a cautionary sign to curb inquisitiveness and reportedly reforms office conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earth
Missouri
Carrier seeks damages over failed county road repairs
A Sullivan county mail carrier sues a township trustee for failing to repair a mile of road used daily for deliveries. After notification a fine and costs were entered, the case moved from justice to circuit court. State law allows county commissioners or trustees to repair rural route roads and permits emergency funds to cover such repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan County
Costa
Enterprise of the Right Stamp Purchases Soda Fountain Upgrades
John Zoellner, a forward buying merchant, invests in a carbonator for his soda fountain to ensure sparkling beverages and prompt service. The upgrade promises improved quality and quicker service for patrons, with Zoellner ready to fix any remaining gaps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Zoeilner
Ball Ford Team Seeks Support For New Uniforms
Citizens aid scarce base ball team raising funds for uniforms. A committee member gathered over thirty signatures from local business leaders showing strong fan interest. Manager Perkins praises support and promises a good game next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perkins
Real Diamonds Claim by French Scientist Fails in Trial
Real Diamonds by M. Lemoline spark controversy after he allegedly impressed De Beers with a $65,000 venture that led to fraud charges and prison. He conducted demonstrations producing 25 gems from a white hot crucible, described in Popular Mechanics detailing the event and its implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Lemoline
de Beers
Homber
Popular Mechanics
Birthday Picnic Lights Up Funny Club Outing
The Funny Club seizes a birthday chance with a St Paul picnic planned for Mrs Will White and members. Uncle Charlie Kimble enjoys the pleasant day under care of Miss Sue amid a revived Main Street scene as W P Hann returns to business after illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will White Fe
St. Paul
Charlie Kimbte
Misa Sue
W. P. Hann
Earhart and Golding Wed at Gail Miers Store Event
Raymond Earhart longtime Gail Miers store mainstay married Stella Golding of Shelbyville on Wednesday evening. The couple kept plans private and will reside with Earhart’s mother after the wedding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Earhart
Gail Miers
Stella Golding
Shelbyville
Mrs. Earhart
Mr. Earhart
Party and social notes highlight visits and upcoming wedding
A Party Mra Charlea Zoller Jr hosts a gathering for Mrs Hattie Cassell Stegner from Martinsville with guest photos expected later. LA luncheon was held Thursday at Mrs Sam Boner’s home. Miss Cora Ragedale, engaged to Ivory Drybread of Franklin, plans a June 21 wedding. she attended the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
Charlea Zoller, Jr
Hattie Cassell Stegner
Martinsville
Sam Boner
Cora Ragedale
Franklin
Baby Birdies Prayer Sea Song By Jane A Hagens
Song description notes a simple sweet hymn titled Baby Birdies Prayer Sea composed by Jane A Hagens. It praises a kneeling girl in a pretty title page illustration and includes a hopeful chorus about sunlight and angel imagery. Retail price is 50 cents. readers can obtain a copy postpaid by sending 10 cents postage to Globe Music Co New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane A. Hagens
Papa
Globe Music Co
Broadway
New York
What About the Girls The Square Walking Warning
A Greensburg article warns mothers about daughters walking around the square at night. It notes closing stores reduce risk and urges propriety, urging mothers to guide their daughters away from street crowds and loud talk to earn respect and avoid harmful attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensburg
Greensburg Briefs Highlight Visiting Residents and Local Events
Mine Vetha Galloway was in the city shopping Wednesday. Miss Hettie Wood of Sardinia visits Dr. Wood and wife. Miss Delta Corya of Hope attends commencement. John Hull of Waynesburg on business. Mrs. Will Benty moved to East Washington. Dr. House of Westport on a business trip. Miss Josephine Walters of Milhouseen recently returned to better health after rheumatism treatment. Mrs. J M White and Mrs. Patience Lynch of Danville help celebrate Mrs. White’s birthday with a carriage tour of Greensburg. Miss Gladys Moody tops her piano class with a prize from teacher Stella Murphy. Rev. Monroe Wayhinger, new Taylor University president, passes through en route to commence. He currently lives in Hartsville and will move to Upland before next term. J W Kennett of Lexington joins wife and kids at Dole’s Pond for a summer visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mine Vetha Galloway
Hettie Wood
Sardinia
Wood
Delta Corya
Hope
John Hull
Waynespurg
Will Benty
North Street
Washington
House
Westport
Josephine Walters
Milhousen
Walters
Monroe Wayhinger
Taylor University
Upland
Wayhinger
Hartsville
J. W. Kennett
Lexington
Dole
Shoffner Emporium
Chas
Howe
Will Bently
Burney
Jodia Ford
George Magee
Herbert Taylor
Anderson
Molena Lanham
Clancy Cook
Town Folk Gather for Orations and Comings and Goings
Local residents travel for family visits and commencements. John Butler retires from rough work while friends such as Fred Wolverton, Miss Mary, Mrs. Judson Dila and Cornelia Graham attend gatherings, along with several travelers visiting relatives and banking events. A caged figure entertains Thursday morning crowds as Chas Howe appears in town.
Remedy for common family ailments advert
In an emergency where many people dwell together, indigestion headaches and heartburn are common. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is promoted as a guaranteed remedy for these ailments. A five sample bottle offer is available by mail from Pepeto Syrup Co. and Batterton's Drug Store sells it for 50 cents and a dollar forty eight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caliwell
Monticello
Til
Batterton’s Drug Store
Ice Co Offers Hassle Free Ice Delivery Promises
The I and C Traction Company announces a service by Comneraville Ice Co to deliver ice without customers needing to send a pan with their order as in the past. The new arrangement aims to ease the process for customers and streamline ice delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. & C. Traction Co
Comneraville Ice Co
Fce
Raymond Willoughby Tops KMI Graduation Honors
Raymond Willoughby earned first prize among 23 graduates at Kentucky Military Institute and won the English proficiency medal. His overall yearly average exceeded 95 percent. His parents Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Willoughby and friends extend congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky Military Institute
Raymond Willoughby
Hue
A. M. Willoughby
Mrs J Norgan Health S Released by Dr Caldwell Syrup Pepsia
Neosha Falls Kansas resident Mrs J Morgan declares she would not take $500 to return to indigestion after using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsia. She claims a fifteen year struggle with chronic indigestion ended with the herb laxative's cure. A guaranteed promise accompanies the product with free sample offers and local drugstore pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Morgan
Neosha Falls
Kan
Dr. Caldwell
Pepsia
Pepsin Syrup Co
Caldwell Bldg
Monticailfo
Ill
Batterton's Drug Store
Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Promise Quick Relief
A testimonial advertisement touts Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as fast relief for various pains with no habit formation. Mrs G H Webb reports headaches gripped by sick headaches to be broken up, and care for grip symptoms and backache. The Miles Medical Co. backs a money back offer via local druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
Dr. Miles
Sen
LaGrippe
G. H. Webb
Austinburg
Ohio
Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
Sunflower Philosophy on Trouble and Courtship
A playful column notes that escaping trouble is not simple and reflects on social chatter among girls chasing boys. It jokes about women meeting choosing topics like past parties and hair, and mocks a "good manager" woman as a cold figure. The piece also contrasts a capable man’s domestic role with his irritability at home.
When a girl shines in elocution and its cost
A fragment of local notes mentions a girl’s elocution talent costing her father as much as multiple dresses and family outings per recital. It also lists residents visiting, guests, and preparations for Decoration Day.
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George Meyers
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Tery
Ira
Clifford Deweese
Thos. Price
Albert Adams
Gaynooraville
St. Louis
Bamuel Burnside
R. C. Burnside
Cottage Hotel
Pat
Chicago
Foetps
Carrie
Stella Galloway
Frank Keptord
Lodi
Cal
Kellar
Mise Estiataoore
Schroeder
Knochsburg
Frank Batterton
John Zoellner
Misa Mary
Bears
Castoria
THE
Centaur Company
NEW Tore Crrv
Man
Herbert J. Hapgood
Ball Ford
the Funny Club
Earhart
Golding
Gladys Moody
Gladys
Cale
Eura
Stella Murphy
John Butler
Thureday
John
Fred Wolverton
I. A
Miss Mary
Tom Stevenson
Geneva
Aix
Judson Dila
Cornelia Graham
Marshall Grover
Caleb Stark
Elma Self
Misa Cora
Canneraville
Tucker
Cora
Banking House
J. Norgan
Philosophy
Bert Landum
Knightatown
Will Kincaid
Springhill
William Langan
St. Peul
Robison
Mies Knarr
DeWitt Hendricke
Liston
A. O. Gilchrist
Eclisee
Mies Flosie
Chester Collier
Cleves
Allen and Collier
Mis
Ethel Huff
Indianapolis
Clyde Williard
Max Hatstrigg
Adams
Kate Torrence
Bowling Green
Kentucky
Vessie Riley
Leszington
Illinoia
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